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2020-2021 ATLAS Academy application extended through Aug. 1

The 2020-2021 ATLAS Academy application window has been EXTENDED through Aug. 1, 2020.

What is the ATLAS Academy?

The ATLAS Academy is a school-within-a-school located on the Tennyson Middle School campus that serves students identified as gifted and talented in sixth through eighth grades. The ATLAS Academy does not have an attendance zone. Instead, the Academy is open to anyone based on the established criteria and assessments.

How do I apply?

Anyone may nominate a student to receive gifted and talented services. All students nominated will be assessed and evaluated by Waco ISD personnel with expertise in gifted and talented education. Assessment and evaluation of nominated students includes data from multiple sources, both objective and subjective. Program admission is determined by district personnel who understand characteristics of gifted and talented learners.

To apply, please visit www.wacoisd.org/ATLASapp. The deadline to apply for the 2020-2021 school year has been extended through Aug. 1, 2020.

More information:

If you would like additional information about ATLAS or have questions, please contact: